Las Vegas Attack Sparks Heightened Security at Alabama’s Shrimp Festival

—

October 4, 2017

Photo courtesy of Annual National Shrimp Festival's Facebook page

In in the wake of the deadliest mass shooting in American history, Gulf Shores police are on high alert as they prepare for the 46th annual National Shrimp Festival.

As reported by WKRG News, during the four-day event, which starts October 12th, more than a hundred thousand people are expected to attend. When asked about the vulnerability of such a large crowd, Gulf Shores Police spokesman Sgt. Jason Woodruff said, “It’s something we plan for and really have looked at for years.”

That’s why the Gulf Shores Police Department has been training diligently at large music festivals like Lollapalooza and Coachella. By working with crowds of a similar size, they can enhance their tactical preparedness, should a risk present itself in Gulf Shores. “We wouldn’t dare get into our tactics, techniques or procedures but those are things we have looked at for years,” said Woodruff.

The festival will take place on the Gulf Shores public beach by the Hangout. Security will be conducted by Gulf Shores Police and the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office.

Recent in Faith and Culture

What is RFK, Jr. really like? Rightside Radio’s sit-down interview with Alabama native-turned Trump appointee Brian Christine

Yaffee — 3 weeks ago

There is one Alabamian who is working hard as a part of the Trump administration to Make America Healthy Again. Admiral Brian Christine serves as the 18th Assistant Secretary for Health at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). In this role, he provides leadership on the nation’s public health priorities, including chronic […]

Alabama Court of Civil Appeals dismisses Jemmstone lawsuit, clears final legal obstacle for medical cannabis program

Sawyer Knowles — 4 weeks ago

The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals ruled Friday in favor of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, dismissing a lawsuit that had sought to block the agency’s licensing process. The case was brought by Jemmstone Alabama LLC and other companies that were denied licenses, including Bragg Canna of Alabama, Insa Alabama and Alabama Always. The applicants […]